ZIM vs BAN 1st ODI: Zimbabwe beat Bangladesh by 25 runs in a low-scoring thriller to take 1-0 lead in the series. cricket news
New Delhi: Zimbabwe produced a brilliant all-round performance to beat Bangladesh by 25 runs in a thrilling low-scoring encounter in the first ODI at the Harare Sports Club on Monday. After being bowled out for just 141, Zimbabwe struggled with the ball to bowl out Bangladesh for 116 in 33.1 overs to take a 1–0 lead in the three-match series.Newman Nyamuri was named player of the match for his all-round contribution.
Naheed Rana’s six wickets shook Zimbabwe
After bowling first, Bangladesh looked to be in complete control.Fast bowler Nahid Rana destroyed Zimbabwe’s batting by taking 6 wickets for 21 runs in 10 overs. Taskin Ahmed Took two wickets while captaining Mehndi Hasan Mirage claimed one.In front of Nyamahuri and the captain, Zimbabwe’s score was 70 runs for eight wickets in 20 overs. Richard Ngarawa Staged a remarkable recovery.The pair added a crucial 63 runs for the ninth wicket, reducing Zimbabwe’s score to 141 runs. Nyamahuri top scored with 33 runs, while Ngarwa contributed 27 runs.
Zimbabwe’s fast bowlers destroyed Bangladesh
Chasing the modest target of 142 runs, Bangladesh had a very poor start.Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarwa reduced the visitors to 17 for three inside five overs, putting them under immediate pressure.Tauheed Hridayoy (25) and Nurul Hasan (31) tried to rebuild the innings with a 49-run partnership, giving Bangladesh hopes of completing the chase.However, Nyamauri knocks out Hridoy, starting another collapse.
Nyamurhi shines with bat and ball
After Hridoy left, Zimbabwe took control.Nyamurhi took two wickets after his valuable innings with the ball, while Brad Evans and Richard Ngarwa took three wickets each. Muzarabani also struck twice.Bangladesh lost wickets at regular intervals and were eventually all out for 116, falling 25 runs short.
Zimbabwe took an early lead
Zimbabwe’s bowlers and fielders produced a disciplined performance to defend the poor score. The ninth wicket partnership between Nyamuri and Ngarwa ultimately proved to be the difference in the match.With this victory, Zimbabwe has got a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.